MS Kong Harald

Norway's reigning monarch, a seasoned sailor, lends his name to this remarkable vessel. King Harald is not the only famous name you'll find on the ship.

MS Kong Harald has its own onboard Expedition Team and serves as a university at sea. Interesting lectures,presentations and activities inside the ship as well as out on the sun deck make this an exciting and educational journey. Topics depend on the season and the waters we sail in. The Expedition Team hosts a lecture and presentation program and evening gatherings daily. Out on deck you can participate in live points of interest to learn more about the nature, culture and other phenomena we encounter along the coast. In addition, the Expedition Team will introduce you to the uniquely Norwegian notion of “friluftsliv” (outdoor life), and encourages you take part in the various “friluftsliv” hikes and activities during the cruise.

Our dedicated Expedition Teams has one mission: to enhance your experience by engaging you and interpreting the nature, wildlife, and culture you encounter during the cruise. Read more about our Expedition Teams here.

MS Kong Harald was refurbished in 2016 and now features a modern, Arctic-inspired interior. Onboard are three different restaurants, the Multe bakery and ice cream bar, a sauna and a fitness room. Out on deck you can enjoy the view from one of our two hot tubs. Fancy a drink? Visit our comfortable bar at the front of the ship. The vessel also has a large compass area with reception, the Expedition Team, a tour guide, conference room and shop.

The ship's bar is named after famous Norwegian polar pioneer Fridtjof Nansen, while explorer Roald Amundsen lends his name to the ship´s café. The top deck of the boat features a sun deck, observation salon and panorama lounge, all of which provide splendid views of spectacular coastal scenery.

Our Expedition suites are the most luxurious cabins on board. Situated on the upper deck of the ship, the cabins feature seating areas with TV, and bathrooms with shower/WC. Most have double beds. All of the suites provide complimentary cabin kits, with bathrobe, slippers and more. Some suites have more facilities than others.

Our suites are at the front of the ship on deck number 5. On MS Kong Harald we only have two suites, which include:

Wifi

Cabin kit with bathrode

One bottle of prosecco

Late check out

Suite on upper deck

These elegant suites are situated on the upper deck with one or two rooms, seating area and TV.

Cabin grade: M4

Arctic Superior

Relaxation and comfort are the hallmarks of our Arctic superior cabins. Situated on the two upper decks, the cabins all have bathrooms with shower and WC. They are also equipped with tea and coffee-making facilities and a TV. All of the cabins have double beds, and unobstructed views.

Situated on deck 5 and 6, the cabins are newly refurbished and feature facilities as TV, queen-sized beds, water boilers, coffee and tea.

Note: All Arctic superior cabins on deck 5 have the promenade deck outside.

Upper deck for 2 travelers

These comfortable, outside, cabins for up to two people on the top/upper decks have double beds.

Cabin grade: U2D

Middle deck for 2 travelers

These comfortable, outside cabins on the upper/middle decks have double bed.

Cabin grade: P2D

Polar Inside

Our cozy Polar inside cabins are on all decks and include bathrooms with shower/WC. Most of the cabins have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa. Some are equipped with and lower berths. All of the cabins have individual specifications.

Situated on decks 5 and 6, these cabins feature a flat-screen TV. There are no windows. The cabins have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa.

Lower deck for 2 travelers

These comfortable, standard inside cabins for up to two people on the lower deck have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa.

Cabin grade: I2

Upper deck for up to 3 travelers

These comfortable, standard inside cabins for up to three people on the upper deck have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa, and upper/lower berths.

Our Polar Outside cabins are situated mostly on the middle or lower decks and all have bathrooms with shower/WC. The cabins offer separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa, or upper and lower berths. All the cabins have individual specifications.

Situated on decks 5 and 6, the cabins are newly refurbished and feature flat-screen TVs, and separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa.

Middle deck for 2 travelers

These comfortable, outside cabins for up to two people on the middle deck have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa.

Cabin grade: O2

Middle deck for 2 travelers

These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people on the middle deck have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa.

Cabin grade: N2

Lower deck for 2 travelers

These comfortable, outside cabins for up to two people on the lower deck have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa. The cabins have portholes, some with limited or no view.

Cabin grade: L2

Upper deck for up to 3 travelers

These comfortable, outside cabins for up to three people on the upper or middle decks have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa. The cabins have limited or no view.